Reviews119 total reviews with an average rating of 3.9

Campus Resources:
The fitness center is kind of small but it isn't very crowded, same with the library. There are activities every so often in the student center and the campus is about average aesthetically.

Academic Experience:
I have not experienced much specialization in my area of study. I am not involved in a specific program other than getting my associate's degree. There are very few internship or job opportunities that I know of.

Academic Experience:
You can tell who is tenured and who is not when it comes to professors. The professors who have been there for awhile are pretty tough. The class registration process is actually pretty good. The adviser I have is very apt at her job.

Campus Resources:
The fitness center at CSC is alright, it could be enlarged slightly because often most of the machines are being used at any given time, however, all the essential machines needed for a good workout are there. There is also a side room full of mirrors if you want to watch yourself exercise. The library at CSC has many computers, and the librarians are incredibly helpful and will help you with anything. The book selection is excellent, and the library also has several private rooms with a TV that can comfortably sit 8-10 people, allowing for larger study sessions. Campus activities are fun, especially with the numerous clubs that are at CSC, there is always something going on. My personal favorite is Fall Fest, where CSC has a rock climbing wall, music, free food, and all the clubs from the school are there trying to recruit members. The campus itself is gorgeous, and in the summer many people choose to sit outside and look over the lake.

Online Courses:
I found what online courses I took to be incredibly easy yet informative. I personally discovered I learn very well through an online course, and this meant that the course to me seemed very easy but I know several students who have struggled with online courses. In the courses I have taken online, I found it easy to get into contact with my instructor and she would hold private Skype tutor sessions if a student wanted. I would have like it if there was an online class session however and not just a student expected to read the book and understand it. I often emailed my instructor because I was confused, but in the end I did well and enjoyed the course.

Student Body:
The student body is mostly Caucasian, the second most common race being African-American, followed by Hispanic. These races blend and there is little to no separation of races, the student body for the most part is friendly. Most people are in a club, if not several clubs and are very involved in them. Most people seem to be on some sort of financial aid, or are on a scholarship for sports. Sports are huge at CSC and many people participate, our golf and basketball teams are phenomenal. By in large, everyone accepts everybody else, and there are no difficulties in communicating between genders, races, or religion.

Academic Experience:
Being a community college, we don't declare majors but the counselors have made sure to place me in classes that will count towards my major once I transfer. I'm very close to receiving my Associates in Science and then I will pursue a double major in Business Administration and Computer Science. The workload is perfect, and allows me to stay busy and and achieve good grade as long as I do my best. There is an entire board full of local job opportunities that is always being update. The facilities are very modern, and Carl Sandburg has several computer labs supported by an amazing IT department that mends any problems very quickly.

Academic Experience:
I have been completely shocked by the performance and professionalism of the instructors at CSC. All of them will do their best to accommodate every student, and it is obvious that they themselves love their job. I have learned an incredible amount due to the professors at Sandburg, and have actually formed bonds with them that I never had experienced with teachers in high school. The classes offered at Sandburg are perfect for my major, and allow me to make a great head-start towards my degree. The registration process is very simple, and all of the advisers, especially those at TRIO SSS, ensure that your credits are transferable if an individual wants education after Sandburg. The workload is manageable, however, similar to every school, if a student does not stay on top of his/her homework, it is easy to fall behind. The study options at Sandburg are amazing, Sandburg has a tutoring center where people can get individualized assistance with their classes. As well as the tutoring center, students can use the online tutoring provided along with the cost of tuition through Sandburg's website. Additionally, Sandburg has a application called Atomic Learning that is a knowledge base that students can use to study for their classes.

Tuition & Financial Aid:
Sandburg is very cheap for the experience. All of the instructors are incredible and have mastered the teaching experience. I've always felt welcomed in the classroom and feel as though I can easily talk to my instructors about any questions I have. I've learned an incredible amount for what I've paid, and I am excited to continue my education. TRIO SSS has helped me every step of the way, including with applying and receiving financial aid.

Career Services:
Sandburg offers easily transferable credits to most schools around the area. All of the advisors only place you in classes that the credits will be accepted to the colleges you plan to attend in the future. I've had absolutely no problems transferring my credits and couldn't enjoy Sandburg more. The career center is great and there is a job availability board that is always full of local jobs. Sandburg also gives out Alumni awards annually, one to an older alumni and one to a recent alumni.

Academic Flexibility:
I personally am a member of TRIO SSS, a program that focuses on first-generation students and helping them select appropriate classes and graduate within 2 years. The program is phenomenal and has allowed me to excel at Sandburg and broaden my horizons. I have heard from many people that are NOT in TRIO SSS that all of the counselors at Sandburg are incredible and treat each individual case uniquely. I have had no problems finding classes that work along with my work schedule.

Online Courses:
I really like online courses because they they allow me to be comfortable at my home while I do work. I am able to get things done when it works best for me. I just don;t really like using the computer a lot because I am not very good with computers. Also, online courses can be kind of confusing.